MA Computer Animation at Kingston University

Programme overview

Launch your career in the creative industries with the Computer Animation MA from Kingston University. Kingston is an active member of The Independent Game Developers' Association (TIGA) and the British Interactive Media Association (BIMA). On this course, you will gain access to the latest industry software.

Department: School of Computer Science and Mathematics | Duration: 1 year full time / 2 years full time including professional placement / 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional professional placement year) | Intake: January 2027, September 2027 | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

3D animation: You will learn about the principles of animation, body mechanics, character performance and scene setup. You will study fundamental concepts applying them to practical workflows to create believable and appealing character animation. Modules - core modules: Digital Studio Practice, Character Animation for Film and Games, Digital Media Final Project, 3D Creation Pipeline for Film and Games, Perfecting the Look. Professional placement: Professional Placement.

Career pathways

The Computer Animation MA from Kingston University is your gateway to a career in exciting, fast-evolving new industries. Our graduates have careers in film, games companies, drone design, flight simulator animation and medical VR training.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: The typical offer for this course is a 2:2 or above honours degree in animation or a related subject which includes significant 3D computer graphic content, such as moving image, illustration, 3D design, computer-related design or architecture. In exceptional cases, applicants may have no first degree but more than five years working in the field. In this case, the applicant must provide strong evidence that they have the motivation to complete the course and the ability to work at master’s level. All applicants must, if requested, be able to demonstrate – either through qualifications, work experience or a portfolio of works – a solid understanding of digital media. English language: Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no element below 6.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,300 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 a year (2027/28). International full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time / 2 years full time including professional placement / 2 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://osis.kingston.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=PFDMC1DMC01FD01&code2=0706

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